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Wild Wanderer Spotlight: Eva

The most pressing issues facing queer folks in the outdoors are accessibility, representation, and safety. Being out in the outdoors is still political whether we like it or not.

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Wildly Goods Lightweight Merino Wool Crew Socks: Trail-Ready Hiking Comfort

Outdoor Gear Type: Socks

Wildly Goods has blended high-quality, ethically sourced Australian merino wool with the strength and stretch of polyester, nylon, and spandex to forge these impressively hard-wearing and cozy Lightweight Merino Wool Crew Socks.

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Join the REI Co-Op for $20, Get Discounts and Perks for Life

Recommended For: Car Camper, Day Hiker, Urban Hiker

REI Co-op members get 10 percent back on most REI purchases, discounts on bike and ski services, better pricing on REI adventures, and way more – and it’s just $20 to become a member for life.

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Memorial Day 2021 Giveaway! $2,200 in Prizes

We have partnered with 10 incredible brands to give you first-class gear for an amazing Memorial Day Weekend. Two will win $2,200 in prizes!

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Trail Recipe: BLTA Grain Bowl

Day-hikes usually mean some bars or trail mix, but a BLTA grain bowl is a fresh, filling option that you can whip up on the go.

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Wild Wanderer Spotlight: Amy and Megan

Think about intersectionality. Don’t just include conventionally attractive same-sex couples to check a box…really aim for true representation.

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Camp Cooking Hacks and Cleaning Tips from Chef Corso

Camp cooking and cleaning tips and tricks that Chef Corso has figured out along the way to help make it easy come mealtime.

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REI Used Gear: Save Some Money While Saving the Earth

Recommended For: Car Camper, Day Hiker, Urban Hiker

Here’s what to know about REI’s Used & Good buying and selling program: saving money on high-end REI used gear and selling your own.

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Wild Wanderer Spotlight: Owen

I’m a serious hiker, passable birder, and amateur geologist—my main enthusiasm is in landscape interpretation.

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Trail Recipe: Shiitake Sesame Ramen

Shiitake Sesame Ramen: Take a look at the ingredients Chef Corso chose and use them to elevate your next trail meal!

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